Child Online Safety Legislation and Youth Mental Health Concerns

The chapter explores the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and the debates surrounding federal legislation aimed at protecting minors from harm on internet platforms. It discusses arguments for child online safety laws, particularly focusing on mental health concerns and the shift in parental worries from TV to modern technology impacts on children. The conversation also touches on the complexities of youth mental health, cautioning against solely blaming technology for mental health issues and highlighting societal challenges faced by young people.